Definition

Relating to the sharp edge of a front tooth that is used for cutting food.

Example

The dentist examined the incisal edges of the patient's teeth for any signs of wear.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how incisal edges can affect a person's smile?

Yeah, they really do make a difference in how teeth look.

Exactly! I read that the incisal surface is crucial for proper bite alignment.

That makes sense — it's interesting how much detail goes into our teeth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incisal → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "caedere" (meaning to cut). The term refers to the cutting edges of teeth, particularly the front teeth that are used for biting into food.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'incisal' as relating to teeth that 'cut into' food, where 'in-' means into and 'caedere' means to cut.

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